This destination wedding planning service is for hosts who want to marry away from home and need one team to handle the venue, the details and the travel. The planners began in Hawaii, now also serve California and Japan, and support events of up to 500 guests, with a travel concierge team that looks after logistics for out-of-state and international guests.
What destination planning can cover
- Venue selection and coordination of every detail
- Travel concierge support for you and your guests
- Budget guidance and a realistic plan for your vision
- A wedding calendar with milestones and deadlines
- Vendor selection help and recommendations
- Design, theme and decor concept development
- Guidance on regional customs and cultural
This destination wedding planning service is for hosts who want to marry away from home and need one team to handle the venue, the details and the travel. The planners began in Hawaii, now also serve California and Japan, and support events of up to 500 guests, with a travel concierge team that looks after logistics for out-of-state and international guests.
What destination planning can cover
- Venue selection and coordination of every detail
- Travel concierge support for you and your guests
- Budget guidance and a realistic plan for your vision
- A wedding calendar with milestones and deadlines
- Vendor selection help and recommendations
- Design, theme and decor concept development
- Guidance on regional customs and cultural traditions
- Bridal party and rehearsal support
Venue selection and on-site details
Choosing a venue in another state or country is one of the hardest parts of a destination wedding. The team handles venue selection and coordinates the details around it, drawing on experience with beach, villa and mountain resort settings in Hawaii, California and further abroad. Because the planners know the local vendors, they can point you toward options that fit your style and budget.
Travel concierge for hosts and guests
A dedicated travel concierge team supports both you and your guests from start to finish. That help matters when family and friends are flying in from different places and need guidance on getting there and settling in. The team also offers honeymoon travel support, so you can ask about planning the trip after the wedding while you plan the wedding itself.
Design, culture and vendor support
The team describes itself as an event design firm first, with help on themes, decor and the overall look of the day. It also offers guidance on regional customs and cultural practices, which is useful when your wedding blends traditions or takes place somewhere with its own etiquette. Reviewers mention strong vendor recommendations, help negotiating and ideas for keeping costs manageable.
How the process works
Planning starts with a call to talk through your ideas and choose a custom package. The team then develops the design and turns your ideas into a working plan, with a calendar of milestones and deadlines. On the wedding day, the planners manage the details so you can focus on your guests. You can decide how hands-on you want to be, and the team adapts its support.
Experience and reviews
The team cites four years of specialization in destination weddings, with events in Hawaii, California and abroad. It is five-star rated, and reviewers highlight clear communication, smooth coordination among vendors, thoughtful welcome experiences and decor, and calm problem solving when plans change at the last minute. The team is multilingual and has earned recognition as a regional wedding awards finalist.
Pricing
Destination wedding planning starts at $1,700 per event for up to 500 guests. The price shown is the vendor's published starting price; the final quote is confirmed with the vendor based on your date, guest count and details. This price covers one event on a single day. The vendor has not published how many hours it includes, so the exact time is confirmed in your quote before you book.
Who this service suits
This service fits hosts planning a wedding in Hawaii, California or an international location who want a single team to manage the venue, the vendors, the design and the travel side of the event. It also suits hosts with guests coming from several regions, since the concierge support helps everyone arrive prepared. The team also offers partial planning and day-of coordination if you need less support.
When to start planning
Many clients book 12 to 18 months ahead, which gives time to secure a venue and arrange travel for guests. Shorter timelines are considered based on availability. When you inquire, share your preferred destination, rough guest count, target dates and budget range, so the team can suggest venues and outline the planning steps that fit your timeline.
